Tour 6+ houseboats with old-school interiors

Forget the burden of owning a traditional house. Houseboats offer the benefits of a regular home, in both function and looks, at a fraction of the price. It's estimated that it costs roughly $6,000 a year to live in a houseboat. Plus, you are next to the water!

Get ready and tour the following houseboats with old-school interiors. The interior of these houseboats tend to be filled with a wood, rustic touch. Some of these homes are more cabin-like inside while others are more shabby chic. We even have a quirkier bohemian-style home.

Come navigate the Canadian waters with us. Our destination is Vancouver Island's Maple Bay Marina, known to be one of the largest in the British Columbia province. The marina is home to houseboats of all shapes and sizes, bringing a piece of the waterfront lifestyle to visitors and permanent dwellers alike.

You can actually rent a few floating homes moored here - the Sea Shanty being one of them. This lovely 700-square-foot (65.03-meter) house is definitely worth looking around. We're hoisting our sails right here - won't you join us along? Get the full tour here.

Ever wanted to escape into a pink dishrack? No, we haven't lost our minds: that's the name of the floating vacation rental we're about to tour today!

The Pink Dishrack is a sweet Canadian floating cottage, moored at the Westbay Marine Village in Victoria. Along with offering something unique to the area's visitors, this floating home is a bit of a local celebrity - making a brief cameo in the film Croon. Get the full tour here.

The SS City of Seattle isn't just a houseboat or a floating home; it's a piece of Sausalito, California's history. First sailed in 1888, the boat is actually the oldest of its kind in the area. This historic home offers a luxurious stay for guests that won't soon be forgotten. According to Chris' Airbnb listing, the home features sleeping space for up to six guests and offers two bathrooms.

With features such as oversized windows, marbled bathrooms and updated, modern appliances, this beautiful boat has everything you need for an amazing vacation. As soon as you step aboard, you'll be taken aback by the sheer beauty of the vessel and the spacious, vast rooms. Get the full tour here.

What's not to love about seasoned floating home designs? That's especially true when the customizable homes are engineered to weather the local climate and accommodate a variety of styles and materials.

Dan Wittenberg founded International Marine Floatation Systems in the early 1980s. The Lupton is part of a handful of floating homes that this Canadian company has built along the years — and it's the one scheduled for a tour now. Get the full tour here.

Docked in Apalachicola, Florida, this charming, rustic, floating home sort of brings to mind a cabin in the woods. With a cute fishing theme and a host of creature comforts, this is the perfect spot for a getaway! Beautiful sunrises, plenty of fishing, and lots of sightseeing make this a beautiful vacation destination.

Built by a fishing captain, the home is within walking distance of town, which offers shops and restaurants. You may even see some dolphins, ducks, and shrimp during your stay. Catch a glimpse of wildlife or simply relax and unwind as the home gently rocks you to relaxation. As you enter the home, you'll notice that the home has been custom built with native woods, which gleam with natural beauty. Get the full tour here.

Luxurious and chic, this octagonal Portland, Oregon, houseboat is more sophisticated than many traditional homes -- and it just happens to be floating on the Columbia River. The spacious home offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms along with decks on the bottom and top floors. You may actually forget you're floating because the bamboo floors and plush, deep carpet pamper your feet.

Central heat and air keep the boat completely comfortable, and after spending time in the master suite and drinking coffee on your own private balcony, it's definitely hard to go back to the real world! Imagine coming home each day, walking through the door and seeing this sunlit, gorgeous living room. Get the full tour here.

Have you ever dreamed of owning waterfront property? What about a small home on the water? This charming houseboat listed on AirBnB was crafted from five pontoon boats, which provide plenty of support for the structure. The boat is designed to take on a little water to ensure that the home stays balanced (and afloat). Located in a cozy bay in Wakefield, Quebec, the small space is fully insulated so you can enjoy river living all year long. The custom built boat is perfect for gathering with family and friends. 

The home is located on the river near a small community filled with boutiques, bakeries, and small shops. It's a perfect place for a quiet getaway or a quiet life. The beautiful houseboat features simple lines and rustic furniture. The quiet river is the perfect backdrop for this relaxing home. Handcrafted windows provide nearly unobstructed views of the river and surrounding area. Get the full tour here.

For those who love water and the idea of tiny living, a houseboat may be exactly what you're looking for. Not only does it qualify as a tiny home, but it floats on the water and gives the owners waterfront property. The Rutabaga Houseboat, according to VRBO, is located on Lake Union in Wash.

With only 450 square feet (42 square meters), this houseboat is actually classified as a house barge. Airbnb states that the boat is near Seattle, sitting between Fremont and Ballard. The boat is set up to sleep four but contains an air mattress that will allow two additional people to stay on the boat. Michael, the owner of the houseboat, bought the boat as a fixer-upper and has restored it into a great place to stay when you're away from home. Get the full tour here.